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Hunger-Free Holidays Telethon

KCCI-TV and Food Bank of Iowa are working toward Hunger-Free Holidays. Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 28, for our daylong telethon on KCCI.

 

No one should go hungry during the holidays. And with your help, there can be enough for everyone. Please make a gift today to ensure all our neighbors have nutritious food on the table this holiday season and beyond.

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November 22, 2023

Join us for annual KCCI Hunger-Free Holidays telethon Nov. 28

KCCI is again partnering with Food Bank of Iowa with a daylong Hunger-Free Holidays telethon on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28.

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November 13, 2023

Download 2023 ‘Chopped’ cookbook

The NEW edition of our “Chopped — Hot Dish” cookbook is live — with this year’s winning recipes from our Iowa State Fair competition. Try some new casseroles just in time for comfort food season. Chef’s kiss to Nationwide for sponsoring this annual contest honoring Iowa cooks for their tastiest, budget-friendly recipes!

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November 8, 2023

Sinclair Tractor anniversary event raises $600K to fight hunger

Thanks to the generosity of Sinclair Tractor employees, customers, suppliers and friends, the dealership’s 25th anniversary raised $600,000 to support food banks serving thousands in three states — including Food Bank of Iowa.

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Our Impact

It’s an ongoing challenge to make sure no one goes hungry in Iowa. We partner with 700 agencies in 55 counties to distribute nearly 2 million pounds of food each month.

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Hunger Can Happen to Anyone

Hunger can happen to anyone, including you. And it hits closer to home than you might imagine. It impacts Iowans of all ages across the state. Including hardworking people with jobs who can’t afford food at the end of the month. Or those who are dealing with job loss, medical expenses or living on a fixed income. Learn more about the Iowans we help.

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Feeding Iowans in need is a monumental task. Through partnerships with 700 agencies in 55 counties, we ensure our neighbors have access to enough nutritious food. Learn more about becoming a partner agency or program partner.

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In Iowa, 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 8 children face hunger. Like Ka’Meka, a working mom of three who lost her job. Or Willa, a disabled veteran who takes care of her grandchildren. With assistance from our network of partner agencies, we’re ensuring our neighbors won’t go hungry. Read more about Iowans we’ve helped and share your own story with us.

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